Quotes from the greatest salesman in the world


“Tortoise shell gleamed from couches and divans and the walls, inlaid with gems, shimmered with brocades of the most painstaking design.”


(Chapter 1, Page 2)

“You have mastered the art of living not for yourself alone, but for others, and this concern has stamped thee above all, as a man among men.”


(Chapter 1, Page 6)

The Nature of Successis about more than wealth: Rather, The Greatest Salesman in the World encourages prioritizing others’ needs and sharing success. Likewise, Hafid compliments his bookkeeper, Erasmus, for being devoted to others.

“Time is my most precious commodity and the hour glass of my life is nearly filled.”


(Chapter 1, Page 6)

Hafid metaphorically refers to his impending death. Like Pathros before him, it is only after a long, fulfilling experience that he finally meets the successor meant to receive their 10 scrolls in a cyclical passing of knowledge.

“Were this room filled to its beams with diamonds, its value could not surpass what your eyes behold in this simple wooden box.”


(Chapter 2, Page 11)

As an vintage man, Hafid has lived a life of successes and failures and come to amass a great fortune due to his 10 scrolls. For t

If you have been reading a lot of Sales Motivation related books, then I am sure you would have definitely read the book titled “The Greatest Salesman in the World” by “Og Mandino”. 

If not, then go Buy, Beg, Borrow, or Steal (Just Kidding), but obtain hold of this book and read it. 


I believe it’s a must-read book not only for a sales professional but also for anyone looking for self-motivation. Though this book was written in 1983, the wisdom it holds is still applicable today.
I read the book couple of months ago and was revisiting it again. So I reflection it would be worth sharing a few good quotes from the book which would pump up your adrenaline rush and motivate you to close more sales.

Book "The Greatest Salesman in the World"

Quote 1:

I will think about each day’s effort as but one blow of my blade against a mighty Oak. The first blow may cause not a tremor in the wood, nor the second nor the third. Each blow, of itself, may be trifling and feel of no consequence. Yet from childish swipes, the Oak will eventually tumble. So it will be with my efforts of Today.

Explanation:

One of the ingredients of Success in Sales is Persistence. The more pe

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“Man is made or unmade by himself. By the right choice he ascends. As a being of power, intelligence, and love, and the lord of his own thoughts, he holds the key to every situation.… JAMES ALLEN”
― Og Mandino, The Choice: A Surprising New Message of Hope

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“I will love the light for it shows me the way, yet I will endure the darkness because it shows me the stars”
― Og Mandino

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“Mr. Og. Most humans, in varying degrees, are already dead. In one way or another they’ve lost their dreams, their ambitions, their desire for a better life. They have surrendered their fight for self esteem and they have compromised their great potential. They’ve settled for a life of mediocrity, days of despair and nights of tears. There are no more than living deaths confined to cemeteries of their choice. Yet they need not remain in that state. They can be resurrected from their sorry condition. They can each performed the greatest miracle in the world. They can each come back from the dead… And in those books are the simple secrets, techniques, and methods which th

1. Embrace the power of persistence and self-improvement

Failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough.

Continuous growth: The path to success is paved with persistence and self-improvement. By adopting good habits and consistently working towards your goals, you can overcome any obstacle. The key is to view each failure as a knowledge opportunity and to never present up.

Daily practice: Develop a routine of reading and reflecting on principles of success. By internalizing these principles and putting them into practice, you can gradually transform yourself into the person you aspire to be. This process requires patience and dedication, but the rewards are immeasurable.

  • Read inspirational material daily
  • Apply learned principles to daily life
  • Embrace failures as learning opportunities
  • Persist in the confront of adversity

2. Master your emotions to achieve success

Today I will be master of my emotions.

Emotional intelligence: Success in sales and life largely depends on your ability to manage your emotions. By recognizing and controlling your moods, you can maintain a positive and productive mindset, even in challenging situations.


quotes from the greatest salesman in the world

The Greatest Salesman in the Society Quotes

“I am here for a purpose and that purpose is to grow into a mountain, not to shrink to a grain of sand. Henceforth will I apply ALL my efforts to become the utmost mountain of all and I will strain my potential until it cries for mercy. ”
― Og Mandino, The Greatest Salesman in the World

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“Wealth, my son, should never be your goal in being. Your words are eloquent but they are mere words. Right wealth is of the heart, not of the purse.”
― Og Mandino, The Greatest Salesman in the World

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“No, my son, do not aspire for wealth and labor not only to be rich. Struggle instead for happiness, to be loved and to love, and most important to acquire harmony of mind and serenity.”
― Og Mandino, The Greatest Salesman in the World

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“I determine to render more and better service, each day, than I am being paid to render. Those that reach the top are the ones who are not content with doing only what is required of them.”
― Og Mandino, The Greatest Salesman in the World

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“Obstacles are necessary for success because in selling, a